Alexander Sentenced to 33 Additional Years in Statewide Prison Drug Operation
ZANESVILLE, Ohio (AVC News) — Justin A. Alexander will spend the rest of his life in prison after being sentenced to an additional 33 years for his role in a large-scale, statewide prison drug smuggling and money laundering operation centered in Zanesville. On Feb. 12, 2026, Alexander and co-defendant...
Man arrested on U.S. 33 while waiting for tow
A man was arrested Monday night after deputies found him drinking alcohol while sitting in a disabled vehicle along U.S. 33. According to the Logan County Sheriff’s Office, deputies stopped, shortly before 9:00 PM, behind a vehicle after finding it parked on the shoulder with its hazard lights on.
The possibility of a foot of snow in Ohio in March
OHIO — Even though spring approaches in March, historical weather data shows that significant snowstorms can still occur in Ohio during the month. In some cases, a single storm has produced snowfall totals close to or exceeding one foot in parts of the state. March is considered a transitional month between winter...
Local butcher said relief could be ahead on beef prices
MINERAL RIDGE, Ohio (WKBN) – The price of beef continues to rise in Ohio, along with the rest of the country. It’s expected to rise even more in 2026. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, beef prices went up 15% this past year. As we move through 2026, beef is expected to increase by […]
Ohio Could Be The Next State To Offer ‘Blackout’ License Plates
A new legislative bill could bring the popular blackout license plates to another state. Here is what the proposed aesthetic upgrade will cost.
Former property manager to appear in court on theft, fraud charges tied to apartments
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — A former property manager accused of exploiting Haitian immigrants by renting out apartments listed as vacant is scheduled to appear in court Wednesday. Sylvia Sherman, the former property manager of the Colonial Village Apartments on the East Side, faces charges of theft, money laundering,...
Ohio to update dog laws: Avery’s Law set to take effect March 20, 2026
BUCYRUS, OH (CRAWFORD COUNTY NOW)—Over the next two weeks, officials from the Crawford County Dog Warden announced they will be sharing significant updates concerning the state’s dog laws under Ohio Revised Code chapter 955. Dog owners are encouraged to watch for daily online posts highlighting these changes, which...
Fugitive arrested in Montgomery Township on out-of-state burglary, theft warrants, police say
Police said suspect was passenger in vehicle linked to regional theft investigation. Two Columbus, OH men were taken into custody in Montgomery Township after police said they were involved in thefts from vehicles and attempted to purchase items with stolen credit cards. Police said one suspect was wanted on active...
Part of I-74 in Ohio shut down following shooting incident
OHIO — Police are investigating a shots-fired incident that temporarily shut down a ramp along Interstate 74 Tuesday. Authorities said the call came in around 7:30 p.m. reporting a shooting near Colerain Avenue and I-74. According to police, shots were fired at a vehicle in the area. No injuries were reported. As...
Construction worker killed in I-70 hit-and-run identified by coroner
The Franklin County Coroner's Office has identified a construction worker who was killed by a motorist in an early morning hit-and-run crash on Interstate 70. Jordan Thomas, 25, was pronounced dead at the scene by medics at 2:12 a.m. Feb. 28 after being struck by a maroon early 2000s model Toyota sedan in a...
